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by Porge
Thu Mar 05, 2015 3:12 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Options for master cylinder replacement R75/6
Replies: 15
Views: 3060

Re: Options for master cylinder replacement R75/6

Thinking I might keep on the lookout for a handlebar solution. This would do the "do", right? I'm just a bit unsure. http://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-Airhead-Right-Handlebar-Throttle-Brake-Master-Cylinder-Magira-R80-R90-R100-/181681389795?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2a4d0e00e3...
by Porge
Tue Feb 24, 2015 3:11 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Batteries - a confession
Replies: 30
Views: 7876

Re: Batteries - a confession

The motobatt arrived yesterday. It came with a "free" projecta maintenance charger. So far, so good.
by Porge
Mon Feb 23, 2015 5:03 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: project r90/6 wont start -- help needed
Replies: 41
Views: 9617

Re: project r90/6 wont start -- help needed

Pleather,

I presume you've taken the jets out so you can "sight" through them?
by Porge
Fri Feb 20, 2015 6:15 am
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Woo Hoo! A Big Project!
Replies: 405
Views: 164264

Re: Woo Hoo! A Big Project!

Mel,

Cracking read. Looking forward to using your knowledge on my airhead journey!
by Porge
Thu Feb 19, 2015 5:23 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Light switch
Replies: 15
Views: 3290

Re: Light switch

I'm beginning to think there's been something missing inside, as there seems to be no "mechanism" to carry current from the common terminal to the light circuits. Was tempted to wire in a mini DPDT switch to get her running....but came across a better looking switch from a working bike in ...
by Porge
Thu Feb 19, 2015 3:26 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: project r90/6 wont start -- help needed
Replies: 41
Views: 9617

Re: project r90/6 wont start -- help needed

I might be simplifying the issue here, and have just been through a similar experience. I was guided by the mantra "spark;fuel;compression" when awakening an old bike. If you're getting some spark, and running with aerostart, check your plugs. Any wetness? There should be if you're leaning...
by Porge
Wed Feb 18, 2015 4:09 pm
Forum: Post 1970 Airheads
Topic: Batteries - a confession
Replies: 30
Views: 7876

Re: Batteries - a confession

I'm more "puddin' and pie" than "& Bess" ;)


I'll chance the batt, me thinks.